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Lung Disease Center of Central Pennsylvania

Altoona, PA's Leading Pulmonary Specialists Zlupko, Dr. Timothy A. The second floor of the Center resembles a hotel where the Sleep Disorder Network is found.

The Lung Disease Center of Central Pennsylvania is the home of Altoona Lung Specialists, the Sleep Disorder Network and the Lung Disease Foundation of Central Pennsylvania with Dr. George M. Lucas and Dr. Alan Kanouff providing their experience, expertise and unique personal care for all their patients. This 15,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is located in Altoona, PA offering a wide range of cutting-edge services while working as a one-stop shop for all pulmonary function tests for diseases. The large first floor of the Center includes two fully equipped labs that can be used for specialized testing; a large procedure room featuring a battery-powered, fiber-optic bronchoscope; digital x-ray; CT scanner and a research department. Here you will find several exam rooms and six sleep study testing rooms, equipped with queen-sized beds, flat-screen televisions, recliners and private baths. All of our physicians are accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, please call the Lung Disease Center of Central Pennsylvania at 814-946-2845. You can also visit our website at www.thelungspecialists.com.

11/21/2025

Behind every diagnosis is a story of strength and support. 💙

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we honor our patients, families, and caregivers fighting for healthier tomorrows.

11/20/2025

Thinking about quitting?

Today’s the perfect day. 🚭
Join the Great American Smokeout and take your first step toward healthier lungs and a longer life.

We’re here to help every step of the way.

11/19/2025

Millions live with COPD — but with early diagnosis and treatment, life can still be full and active. 💪

Let’s raise awareness and support better lung health for all.

11/18/2025

TINY BUT POWERFUL

This time of year, when the flu and other virus
infections attach our respiratory system, it is important that
we are able to clear those respiratory infections effectively.
When the lining of the airways is presented with a virus
or bacteria one of the first things to happen is special cells
in the airways begin to produce mucous. The mucous is
designed to encapsulate the virus or bacteria but we then
need to get it out. Although most of us would think that
coughing is the next step, you would be forgetting an
important mechanism that requires a microscope to see.
Attached to cells that line the airways from the
trachea to the respiratory bronchioles (really far down
the tracheobronchial tree) are little hairlike structures
called cilia. These cilia wave the mucous outward from the
farthest portions of the airways. This is a very important
mechanism since the lower airways are not sensitive to
touch, and they do not really “feel” the mucous. It is not
until the mucous containing the virus or bacteria get into
the more central airways that the cough reflex in generated.
This blanket of mucous which covers the
airways can be very thick at times and its thickness is
determined by the level of hydration the patient may
have. That is why we recommend patients drink plenty
of water. Keeping the mucous more liquid allows the
tiny cilia to do their job so we can clear any infection.

11/17/2025

The Altoona Lung Specialists serves our community with compassionate, specialized care. 💙

From diagnosis to long-term management, we’re here every breath of the way.

Learn more: https://www.thelungspecialists.com/

11/14/2025

Prevention Starts with You

Avoiding to***co, maintaining clean air, and staying active all help lower lung cancer risk. 🌿🚭

Small steps make a big difference for your long-term health.

11/12/2025

Pneumonia can affect anyone, but prevention is possible. 💉

Stay up to date on vaccines, wash your hands, and seek care early for coughs that linger.

Together, we can protect every breath. 🌬️

11/11/2025

MILITARY MIGHT

A recent article in CHEST which is the monthly publication
for the American College of Chest Physicians caught my eye
because of its interesting title, “Sleeping With the Enemy”.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is an important condition
because of its high prevalence, its symptom burden, its
association and ability to exacerbate other diseases and
its association with an increased risk of death. OSA in
military personnel differs from the civilian population in
several ways. The environment in which the military work
is a high-performance, operationally critical circumstance.
This raises the broader concern about OSA in the military.
Osa in the military differs in a number of ways
from that of the civilian population. The military
population is often younger, leaner and more physically
active and have fewer co-morbidities. The presence of
attention deficits and decreases in vigilance are much
more common in military personnel. These issues are
potentially important drivers of the increased risk of
traumatic brain injury and musculoskeletal injuries.
Daytime sleepiness, characteristic of OSA, impairs
vigilance, reaction time and situational awareness
which can increase the likelihood of workplace
accidents and battlefield injuries. Even mild OSA
may cause problems with military readiness. Newly
diagnosed OSA has been associated with an almost
4-fold risk for PTSD within 12 months of diagnosis.
OSA in the military has unique implications for
diagnosis and care. The need for care in the military may
not follow the same guidelines as the civilian population.
More attention needs to be paid to this specialized group.

11/10/2025

Rest easy knowing our Sleep Disorder Network helps diagnose and treat sleep apnea, insomnia, and other sleep issues that affect your lung health. 😴

Better sleep means better days — schedule your consultation today!

11/07/2025

Persistent cough? Shortness of breath? Chest pain? These could be warning signs that deserve attention. 🚨

Don’t ignore your lungs — they’re working hard for you every day. Schedule an evaluation today.

11/06/2025

“The Buzz with Dr. Z” is live on WRTA 98.5 FM and 1240 AM.

If you have enjoyed Dr. Z’s weekly “The Buzz by Dr. Z” articles in the Altoona Mirror for the last 12+ years, you will enjoy this expanded version on the radio with “The Buzz with Dr. Z.”

Mark your calendars and tune in on Tuesday, November 18th, at 2 PM. Dr. Z is looking forward to seeing you on the radio!

11/05/2025

At the Lung Disease Center of Central PA, our specialists provide expert care for asthma, COPD, sleep disorders, and more. 🌬️

When it comes to your breathing, experience matters.

💻 www.lungdiseasecenter.com

Address

800 Chestnut Avenue
Altoona, PA
16601

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+18149462845

Website

https://www.thelungspecialists.com/

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